Rantin’ with Nique

On this Episode I speak with one of the most dynamic scorers in South Carolina Basketball History, Devan Downey. Devan has done it all when it comes to the game of basketball, he was a high school standout ranked nationally in the top 40 of the 2005 Rivals 150 while playing at Chester High School in Chester, SC, he was also selected to the 2005 Jordan Brand Classic All-American Game. At the time of graduating and receiving the 2005 South Carolina’s Mr. Basketball and AAA Player of the Year Award, Devan was 2nd All-Time in Career Points with 2,738. After High School, Devan made his way to be a Bearcat at the University of Cincinatti where he played Big East basketball and received All Conference & All American Honors. After finishing his freshman year there, due to coaching changes, Devan decided to come closer to home and play for the University of South Carolina, here is where he spent his last 3 collegiate basketball years. After racking up on countless accolades from All-SEC Honors to All-American Team Honors, Devan focused his eyes towards a long professional basketball career. With a long basketball career which started 25 + years ago for Devan comes knowledge of the game with stories, situations, and experience to follow. Listen here for a transparent conversation about basketball, scouting, recruiting, and playing the game that you love.

In this episode of Rantin’ with Nique, Nique speaks to former All American basketball player, Arkansas Razorback, and NBA Veteran, Ronnie Brewer. Ronnie, born and raised in Fayetteville, Arkansas speaks about his early beginnings in basketball to eventually being drafted 14th to the Utah Jazz after forgoing his Senior Year at the University of Arkansas. As a hardworker and player that prided himself on defense, Ronnie was able to fit in immediately and make an impact as an NBA Player. Listen to the full episode here to get all the stories and game from someone that did it and still has an influence as he is the new Recruiting Coordinator for the University of Arkansas…

In this podcast short, Nique spoke with the legendary Freeway Ricky Ross. From his humble beginnings in Texas to moving to California at a young age, playing tennis and being active in the community to becoming rich off building his own empire, Ross drops a few gems that we can live by, check this out…

In this episode, Nique speaks with former McDonald’s All American, Jordan Brand Classic All American, current basketball pro, Rasheed Sulaimon. Rasheed talks about his beginnings in Houston Texas as a basketball star at his high school Alma Mater Strake Jesuit College Prep, being a 5 star recruit , and deciding to choose Duke University to play for the legendary Mike Krzyzewski and finishing his college career at The University of Maryland as a Terrapin. Rasheed is now playing professionally overseas and has a story to tell. This episode is for the hoopers and anyone that enjoys a good story, check this out …

In this Episode, I speak with Mg Marz, an artist from Chicago who has a lot to say. We speak about his influences in music, the music scene today, what’s his process when recording, and how serious he takes music. With a lot of new artist that pop up daily, artist have to differentiate themselves to be heard or seen, and Mg Marz has what it takes to be a rose from the pavement in this game. With his grind, wisdom, dope melodies, and drive to be the best, he’s set his foundation for success, check this out...

In this episode, Nique speaks with Darnell Rodriguez, formely known as Boss G, a rap artist that began to blow in the 2010’s with the hit single “Hobby”, shortly after the song started gaining national attention, he was arrested on charges from the FBI. In this interview, Mr. Rodriguez explains where his love for music came from, his industry ties, entrepreneurship, and even his federal case. Still tapped in to the music game and what’s going on, Rodriguez gave some good insight on marketing, promotion, his time in prison and how things work, he also gives some profound words and wisdom when dealing with adversity and utilizing your time properly. Check this out ...

In this episode, Nique got to speak with Former NBA Player Maurice Ager. Maurice played his basketball collegiately at Michigan State University under legendary coach, Tom Izzo, while at Michigan State, Maurice was known for his guard skills and athleticism, and multiple NCAA runs and matchups. Maurice finished his career with over 1,500 points as a Spartan and took his talents to the NBA. In the 2006 NBA Draft, Ager was selected by the Dallas Mavericks 28th overall. Maurice spent 4 years playing professionally between the NBA , The D League, and overseas. Maurice is now in the music business and was nominated for one of the most prestigious awards that any artist or producer can receive, a Grammy, check this out to get the full story ...

In this Episode, Nique spoke with former University of South Carolina Lady Gamecock Basketball standout, Ashley Bruner. Ashley played her prep basketball in Norman, Oklahoma under coach Matilda Mossman who just retired after a long tenure as the head coach for NCAA Division - 1 University of Tulsa and the lady Golden Hurricanes. While at Norman, Ashley boarded her way as the all-time leader in rebounds and third in points. While at the University of South Carolina, she racked up on All-SEC Honors, all-time spots in SEC games played and rebounds. After graduating, Ashley took her talents across the water and played in Spain, Portugal, and France. Now, Ashley is using her knowledge of the game and real-time experience coaching for Gray Collegiate Academy, a team that has consistently been at the top of Class AA in South Carolina Basketball every year under coach Dion Bethea, check this out ...

In this episode, Nique speaks with Morgan Stroman, Morgan started her prep basketball career in the 7th grade at Lower Richland High School in Columbia, South Carolina where she won 4 state championships. After concluding her senior year, Morgan was selected to the McDonald’s All - American team and then took her talents to Miami where she spent her collegiate years as a Lady Hurricane. During her time at Miami, Morgan made 3 NCAA Tournament Appearances, ACC Championship, and the 1,000 point club. After graduating, she also played professionally in Spain, Finland, The Netherlands, and Romania. As of 2019, Morgan returned back to the Lady Hurricanes Basketball Program as the Operations Assistant and then last year she was promoted to Assistant Director of Operations. With so much experience and ball played throughout her life, Morgan is well equipped with knowledge and stories for any hoop fan, check this out ...

In this episode, Nique speaks with former NBA Head Athletic Trainer, Marco Nunez. Marco spent 12 years on the Los Angeles Lakers athletic trainer staff from 2008 - 2019, this decade tenure comes with stories, knowledge, and experience for the audience to understand the ins and outs of athletic training, the body, nutrition, and what it takes to be the best athletic trainer you can be while servicing the world’s greatest athletes. Check this out ...

In this episode, Nique speaks with the current Assistant Coach of the Dallas Mavericks, Darrell Armstrong. Darrell played 14 seasons in the NBA with his golden years being with the Orlando Magic, playing alongside of NBA All Star Penny Hardaway and NBA Champion Shaquille O’Neal. Darrell won 6th Man of the Year and Most Improved Player of the year in the same season. Prior to the NBA, Coach Armstrong was a standout at NCAA Division II Fayetteville State as the point guard of the Broncos Basketball Team. After finishing there, he took his talents to other pro leagues and overseas for 4 years prior to the NBA. Darrell has been attached to the NBA for 25 consecutive years now, that’s a lot of playing experience and coaching experience which means great stories , check this out ...

In this episode, Nique speaks with former Oklahoma State University standout, NBA Draft Pick, Pro Basketball Player, JamesOn Curry. From humble beginnings in North Carolina to gaining attention on the national stage, JamesOn has a story and a testimony to tell. Known in high school as a standout on the basketball court, at the time breaking a 45 year state career point total record of 2,758 career points and becoming the all time leader with 3,307 career points , then translating his scoring abilities to college as one of the best scorers in the nation that could fill up the stat sheet, JamesOn tells us who his influences were, and role models. Now a father, hard worker and Founder of Elite D.R.I.P. (Dedication, Respect, Integrity, Preparation/Prayer) JamesOn is still leaving his mark on the court and in the lives of the next generation of ballers today , Check this out ...

In this episode, Nique speaks with the 1993 Heisman Trophy Winner, National Champion for the Florida State Seminoles and former NBA player, Charlie Ward. Yes, he won the highest award in College football, the National Championship and decided to go to the NBA, crazy right? Charlie explains his decision to leave football and pursue a NBA Career and also speaks about what he has going on now as a motivator, philanthropist, and mentor. Check this out ...

In this episode, Nique speaks with former NBA Veteran, Trevor Booker about his beginnings in Union, South Carolina to playing basketball for Clemson University and then eventually being drafted in the first round of the 2010 NBA Draft. Watching Trevor play, anyone can quickly pick up on how passionate he was about the game of basketball, playing defense, getting dirty in the post, rebounding the ball, and blocking shots. Nique wanted to dig into the mind of a hardworker who did it on the highest level. Trevor also owns multiple businesses , a school, has his hands in various investments, and is currently continuing to build his portfolio and on his way to becoming a billionaire. Check this out and enjoy...

In this episode, Nique speaks with Ray Ray Mcelrathbey about his story that was portrayed in the Disney Movie “Safety” (now available on Disney Plus). As a former NCAA - Divison 1 Student-Athlete for Clemson University who juggled between academics , playing football, and taking care of his younger brother Fahmarr Mcelrathbey, Ray Ray had to do something unheard of when it came to being there for his brother Fahmarr when their mother was unable to take care of him do to her life circumstances. Listen here to understand the story and the true meaning of “SAFETY” and putting your family first ... Check out Ray Ray’s foundation here: Rayraysafetynet.com

In this episode, Nique speaks with the South Carolina High School League’s all - time leading scorer, Zam Frederick II. Zam is from the small town of St. Matthews, South Carolina, playing his high school ball at Calhoun County High School to eventually stamping his passport to play pro basketball overseas. Listen here to understand the journey and the details... 3,481 career points the hard way, check it out ...

In this episode, Nique speaks with the Mosley cousins, Adam and Anthony. 15 years plus of friendship, drama, and crazy stories, from friends, brothers, to fathers, the molding of this trio into the adults they are today took some seeking and building. In this episode they tackle multiple topics from the myths of the Internet & Social Media to politics and real people. Listen and enjoy this roundtable talk.

In this episode, Nique catches up with a childhood friend who is doing amazing things right now in the entrepreneurial realm, Casey Richardson. From Corporate America to building her own business and brand, Casey has obtained the tools to be able to do it all, she wrote a book, has a website, and a plan for everyone to be successful forever. For more on Casey Richardson after listening to this episode, purchase her book “Pain Unseen” https://is.gd/ryDNr5 & For more on entrepreneurial & business help, tips, weekly courses, videos, and conferences, check her out here: https://is.gd/FJ9Vwg

Fahmarr Mcelrathbey, famously known as Fay whose story was recently told in the Disney movie “Safety”, about his brother Ray Ray Mcelrathbey, juggling playing Division-1 Football on scholarship at Clemson University, having a heavy schoolwork load, and taking care of him while beating the systems of the NCAA and Child Protective Services. Just as Ray’s story was amazing, so is Fay’s , check it out ...

In this episode, Nique speaks with Vernon Taylor, 10 year basketball pro who is currently playing professionally in Switzerland for Union Neuchatel. Vernon is well known when it comes to basketball due to his intense playing style, athletic ability, and will to win. Coming from a small town in South Carolina, VT explains where his will to always work hard and prevail comes from and tells multiple stories about overcoming, check it out ...